CVE-2006-5731: Directory traversal vulnerability in classes/index.php in Lithium CMS 4.04c and earlier allows remote attac...

Security readout for executives and security teams

Lithium CMS 4.04c and earlier has a file inclusion flaw that can let a remote attacker make the application load attacker-influenced local content. In practical business terms, any remaining public deployment should be treated as a legacy high-risk web application until verified, removed, upgraded, or otherwise isolated. Exposure is most likely limited to organizations still running Lithium CMS 4.04c or earlier, especially internet-facing instances. The source bundle does not provide CPEs, asset fingerprints, or maintained vendor status, so discovery may require direct application inventory and file inspection. Treat confirmed exposure as urgent for externally reachable sites because the flaw can lead to server-side code execution. If Lithium CMS is not present, no action is needed beyond documenting that validation result. Mitigation focus: Identify and prioritize any Lithium CMS 4.04c or earlier deployments.; Check vendor or advisory guidance for an available fixed version or workaround.; Remove or replace unsupported Lithium CMS deployments where feasible..

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Jun 29, 2026, 09:39 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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